2009 Acura TSX vs. 1952 Austin Princess
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX.
Because 1952 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1952 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TSX | Princess |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3360 mm |
